The Nigeria U-20 national team, known as the Flying Eagles, secured third place in the Under-20 Africa Cup of Nations by defeating Mali in the classification match. Despite a goalless first half, the Nigerians took control in the second half, with Aminu Umar scoring in the 73rd minute and then adding a second goal from a penalty in the 83rd minute.
Mali attempted a comeback with Tiécoro Keita’s goal in the 88th minute, but it wasn’t enough to change the outcome. The final score was 2-1 in favor of Nigeria, securing the bronze medal for the defending champions in this edition of the competition.
The grand final of the Under-20 Africa Cup of Nations was scheduled to take place on Saturday, with Egypt facing Ghana for the championship title.
